Serving 510 students in grades 5-8, Wheeler Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheeler Middle School's student population of 510 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Wheeler Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeler Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1642 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
81%
21%
Black
6%
8%
White
8%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Oklahoma City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeler Middle School's ranking?
Wheeler Middle School is ranked #1642 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Wheeler Middle School?
510 students attend Wheeler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wheeler Middle School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wheeler Middle School?
Wheeler Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wheeler Middle School offer ?
Wheeler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheeler Middle School part of?
Wheeler Middle School is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is Wheeler Middle School located?
Wheeler Middle School is located in the Shidler Wheeler neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 2 other public schools located in Shidler Wheeler.
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